Toyota Corolla (E170): Shift position purpose
*: To improve fuel efficiency and reduce noises, set the shift lever in D for normal driving.
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Do-it-yourself service precautions
If you perform maintenance by yourself, be sure to follow the correct procedure
as given in these sections.
CAUTION
The engine compartment contains many mechanisms and fluids that may move suddenly,
become hot, or become electrically energized. To avoid death or serious injury,
observe t ...
Shifting the shift lever
Vehicles without a smart key system:
While the engine switch is in the “ON” position, depress the brake pedal and
move the shift lever.
Vehicles with a smart key system: While the engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode,
depress the brake pedal and move the shift lever.
When shifting the ...
Inspection procedure
1 Check side squib(lh) circuit(airbag sensor assy center – front
seat airbag assy lh)
Disconnect the negative (–) terminal cable from the battery,
and wait at least for 90 seconds.
disconnect the connectors between the airbag sensor
assy center and the front seat airbag assy ...